"When I took the job, I braced myself for criticism, expecting many people — without even watching the show — to instantly label it girly, stupid, cheap, for babies or an evil corporate commercial. I encourage skeptics like this to watch Friendship Is Magic with an open mind. If I'm doing my job right, I think you'll be surprised."
—Lauren Faust

Have that quote as the first thing, and also say that the reason we like the show is because it's good. With stress on those two words. That'll help clear away all the ulterior motives people come up with, like trying to be more manly or cool or assuming its a fetish.